Removal Procedure
WARNING: This page is about a different variant/trim than selected.
- Turn the ignition OFF.
- Remove the oil level indicator from the oil level indicator tube.
- Remove the oil level indicator tube bolt.
- Raise the vehicle. Refer to Lifting and Jacking the Vehicle in General Information.
- Remove the knock sensor. Refer to Knock Sensor (KS) Replacement - Bank 2 in Engine Controls - 3.6L (LY7).
- Remove the heat shield clip from the oil level indicator tube.
- Lower the vehicle.
- Remove the oil level indicator tube up through the exhaust manifold.
- If you are replacing only the oil level indicator tube seal, remove and discard the old seal.
IMPORTANT:
Note the location and orientation of the secondary (small square) heat shield.